School News & Updates

Two students from German European School Manila (GESM) recently took part in a gymnastics competition in Muntinlupa City, joining young gymnasts from various clubs to demonstrate their skills and gain experience in a competitive setting. Both students train with Tumble Icon Academy, which also offers gymnastics lessons through GESM's extracurricular club programme. Competing as members of the academy, they had the opportunity to put their training into practice alongside othe

We encourage all parents and teachers who attended the session to take a few moments to share their feedback. Your comments, questions, and suggestions will help us improve future information evenings and better address the needs of our school community: GIB & IB Information Night – Parent & Teacher Feedback – Fill out form On 6 October 2026, the German European School Manila (GESM) hosted its GIB and IB Information Night as part of the Germany in Focus event series. Held in

On 2 October 2026, our Grade 11 and Grade 12 students attended an information session with the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), introducing them to higher education opportunities available here in the Philippines. The University of Asia and the Pacific, located in Pasig City, Metro Manila, is a private university known for its emphasis on liberal arts education, professional development, and the integration of academic knowledge with practical skills. The university

On October 1 2026 our Grade 3 students recently took part in their Primary Years Programme (PYP) Assembly, an opportunity to share their learning experiences, reflect on their progress, and celebrate their achievements throughout the school term. The Primary Years Programme, developed by the International Baccalaureate (IB), is designed for children aged 3 to 12 and encourages learning through curiosity, exploration, and inquiry. Rather than focusing solely on individual subj

Our Grade 12 students recently welcomed Chita Maharani Putri from Hult International Business School for an interactive workshop exploring the psychology behind persuasion, consumer behaviour, and the art of selling a product. Hult International Business School is an internationally recognised institution with campuses in Boston, London, and Dubai, known for its practical approach to business education. The school holds three prestigious international accreditations: AACSB (A

People in the photo: Adriana (Grade 11) & Constantin (Grade 11) On 19 September, Grade 11 GIB students Adriana and Constantin took part in Speak Dating 2026 at One Ayala in Makati. As speakers at the German booth alongside the Goethe-Institut Philippinen, they introduced visitors to German words and phrases and answered questions from people curious about the language. Speak Dating brought speakers and visitors together for short conversations about European languages and cul

Student Council Advisors: Razalee Magpily & Mike Macasaet from left to right: Veith Boettcher (Interim head of school), Iago, Kaiwen, Zoe and Julien Ferrandon (Academic Director) On September 4, 2026, GESM students elected their Executive Student Council for the new school year. The election gave students in Grades 5 to 12 the opportunity to choose who would represent them and speak on their behalf. The process began with each grade level selecting two class representatives.

Parents often have questions about what their child is learning at GESM and where that education might lead. We created Germany in Focus to bring those conversations together in one series of events. Teachers and partners will explain the school’s programmes, introduce opportunities in Germany and give families the chance to ask questions as they plan for their child’s future. The series begins with the School Trip to Germany Information Night on 1 October at 6:00 PM. Familie

As the school year came to a close, the GESM community gathered for a special Student Send-Off to express its gratitude and bid farewell to the teachers who will be leaving the school at the end of the academic year. Students, colleagues, and staff came together to celebrate the dedication, commitment, and lasting impact these educators have made throughout their time at GESM. Over the years, these teachers have contributed far more than classroom lessons. They have guided st

Written by: Santosh Kumar The CAS mural project at Surinaam has become a wonderful example of creativity and teamwork. The project was started by Grade 11 students, Kohwoon and Precious, who had the idea to paint a mural on an outside wall. They first planned everything carefully. They designed the layout and made sure to get permission for the project. After all the planning was complete, the painting work began in February 2026. At the start, the wall was plain and white. S

As the academic year comes to a close, the GESM community proudly bids farewell to our Grade 12 graduates. Throughout their years at GESM, they have demonstrated resilience, determination, and growth, overcoming challenges and embracing opportunities that have shaped them into the individuals they are today. Their contributions have left a lasting mark on our school community not only through their academic achievements, but also through their participation in school life, th

The result of the 2020 PYP Evaluation Visit is here: Congratulations to our team for receiving their well-earned commendations!